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Forum: General Motorcycles only 20-Nov-2006, 16:00
Replies: 18
Views: 5,100
Posted By Ray
mail order from a dealer or service centre? Some...

mail order from a dealer or service centre?

Some dealers do post free or 10% off for members, sorted from comfort of yer club chair.

No need to even cross the threshold at Halfords, unless you...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 20-Nov-2006, 11:48
Replies: 8
Views: 2,766
Posted By Ray
Thought I'd read somewhere that X ring chains sap...

Thought I'd read somewhere that X ring chains sap a fraction less power??, less friction hence less heat, less likely to chuck the lube off??

I've been thinking that chains stretching are a bit of a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Nov-2006, 10:42
Replies: 18
Views: 4,033
Posted By Ray
Jumped started my 998 many times usually when its...

Jumped started my 998 many times usually when its been left standing for a while. Still on its orginal battery.

Like Others I don't always trust optimates/oxymisers, you can get 'em to give spurious...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 20-Nov-2006, 10:34
Replies: 48
Views: 13,788
Posted By Ray
The rear Ohlins on my bike (R model) had piston...

The rear Ohlins on my bike (R model) had piston rod damage, I thought about buying one off e-bay but got mine repaired/serviced, a bit less money than one off fleabay as it turned out and now I know...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 17-Nov-2006, 21:39
Replies: 63
Views: 26,017
Posted By Ray
So this is a not yet then KeefyB:D...

So this is a not yet then KeefyB:D ..................if you don't end up buying one some time then Ducati is in the deep brown smelly stuff:lol:

I can't think of many other people who have bought...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Nov-2006, 14:31
Replies: 12
Views: 4,453
Posted By Ray
Damm, nil points for my team on call my bluff...

Damm, nil points for my team on call my bluff then, 1 point to Mr E:D

Ray.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 14-Nov-2006, 14:25
Replies: 18
Views: 3,738
Posted By Ray
Thanks TP, I had an inkling he wasn't a Novice as...

Thanks TP, I had an inkling he wasn't a Novice as it were.

Maybe I need to get over to assen if I wanna see a grid full of Non DD ducatis then, WSB ain't the Ducati cup anymore:D

Not dissing DD,...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 14-Nov-2006, 14:01
Replies: 18
Views: 3,738
Posted By Ray
Good to see someone move onwards and upwards,...

Good to see someone move onwards and upwards, good luck in the Thunderbikes.

DD fulfilling it's orginal aim of luring people onto the racing ladder?

Often wondered what was seen as the next step...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Nov-2006, 13:50
Replies: 12
Views: 4,453
Posted By Ray
I've always thought it was condensation of some...

I've always thought it was condensation of some sort, try warming the lens up with a hair dryer on reasonably warm setting. (I guess this idea is no good for you BDG:eek: :lol:)

When I have run...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 13-Nov-2006, 14:17
Replies: 12
Views: 6,046
Posted By Ray
Exchange rates and taxes make a big difference....

Exchange rates and taxes make a big difference.

The dollar is weak at the mo' so it does make the Bikes look cheap when going USD to GBP, not sure about going Euro to USD tho' or Euro to GBP.

I'm...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 10-Nov-2006, 17:29
Replies: 6
Views: 2,246
Posted By Ray
The superkarts bridge the gap between four wheels...

The superkarts bridge the gap between four wheels and two.

There was an report in Motorsport news on wednesday about the silverstone accident, was gonna post something up as anyone who saw the...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 10-Nov-2006, 17:16
Replies: 97
Views: 51,276
Posted By Ray
There's a lot of comments about how the 1098...

There's a lot of comments about how the 1098 looks but how it goes is also important.

When I get on a Ducati I expect it to try and pull me arms off from standstill and not require a riverdance on...
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Nov-2006, 12:59
Replies: 25
Views: 7,662
Posted By Ray
Ducati have helped out some on here with bikes...

Ducati have helped out some on here with bikes well out of warranty, if you have a good working relationship with a dealer they might well help you as well. Personally I would have tried that route...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 09-Nov-2006, 12:39
Replies: 55
Views: 21,713
Posted By Ray
Was thinking of trying to keep up with 583 DD...

Was thinking of trying to keep up with 583 DD bikes round Cadwell on the DSC days:eek:

The 998r just can't cut the mustard anymore:eek::D

Ray.
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 09-Nov-2006, 11:12
Replies: 55
Views: 21,713
Posted By Ray
It's a 10% thang, Ducati 824 doesn't quite have...

It's a 10% thang, Ducati 824 doesn't quite have the same ring to it as 749:lol:

Shan't be bothering with one of these new gutless 1098s gonna wait for the 1198r or 1200r, when ya go as slow as I...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 08-Nov-2006, 15:25
Replies: 97
Views: 51,276
Posted By Ray
Have any of you lot seen a an 07 Gixer thou' for...

Have any of you lot seen a an 07 Gixer thou' for real ? Two flipping great dustbins hanging off it.

Resrving judgement and kangaroo court sentence on the 1098 'til I see one one in 3d with my own...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Nov-2006, 14:08
Replies: 0
Views: 2,398
Posted By Ray
BARC take control of Croft Circuit

The British Automobile Racing Club (BARC) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Croft PromoSport Ltd. (CPS), whose principal function is the day to day operation of Croft Circuit, a part of the...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Nov-2006, 10:07
Replies: 10
Views: 4,026
Posted By Ray
Donnington is a fantastic track shame its so dear...

Donnington is a fantastic track shame its so dear to hire, poor for camping, and has noise issues.


It would be a great track for the DSC trackday.

A nice Birthday treat for you, Lord R, a present...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 07-Nov-2006, 17:25
Replies: 8
Views: 2,584
Posted By Ray
Bendix seem to often be quoted as the pads to...

Bendix seem to often be quoted as the pads to use.

It can depend on what use you put the bike to, steady road, fast road, occasional trackday, or trackday nutter!!

FWIW I use OEM spec Brembo in the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Nov-2006, 09:56
Replies: 8
Views: 2,474
Posted By Ray
Par for the course (sorry) is it a bit...

Par for the course (sorry) is it a bit "grabby" on take off as well??


Sometimes a good clean out of the build up of dust helps, a worn basket doesn't help either.

All helps to maintain the racer...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Nov-2006, 09:52
Replies: 21
Views: 5,050
Posted By Ray
Had a similar problem with a 996 years ago, did...

Had a similar problem with a 996 years ago, did it quite a few times, appeared to come back from the dead by waggling the main battery leads.

If everything is dead leccy wise I'd check the battery...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 06-Nov-2006, 11:23
Replies: 8
Views: 1,866
Posted By Ray
There's a significant difference in approaching...

There's a significant difference in approaching individuals or companies from cold to getting "mates rates" on stuff.

A professional approach is essential with a focus on what the Potential sponsor...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Nov-2006, 16:22
Replies: 12
Views: 3,880
Posted By Ray
Ta muchly, I'll have to give him a call from a...

Ta muchly,

I'll have to give him a call from a mates phone or from work:D

Ray.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Nov-2006, 14:27
Replies: 12
Views: 3,880
Posted By Ray
Does Barry do bodywork for other bikes e.g. 05/06...

Does Barry do bodywork for other bikes e.g. 05/06 Onda 600rr

There's loadsa stuff out there but very little in gel coat which saves painting,

Trying to save the cost of phone call!!

TIA,

Ray
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Nov-2006, 10:06
Replies: 4
Views: 1,733
Posted By Ray
Theres's been some info on here about wheel...

Theres's been some info on here about wheel weights, probably posted by shazaam,

yer tyres can make a big difference as well as some makes weigh a lot more than others, that info was probably in one...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Oct-2006, 14:00
Replies: 14
Views: 3,772
Posted By Ray
A flip up/down number does appeal but I can see...

A flip up/down number does appeal but I can see where the "authorities" are coming from. I'd be interested to know what "legit" reasons you could give to the PD for fitting such a setup, doubles as...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 17-Oct-2006, 10:01
Replies: 11
Views: 4,499
Posted By Ray
Good weather and surprisingly warm, the sun even...

Good weather and surprisingly warm, the sun even peeped through a few times.

About 15 or so Ducatis spread over three groups, including some very trick 999s and 996/8s

One 999r appeared to have a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Oct-2006, 11:15
Replies: 3
Views: 1,362
Posted By Ray
I guess you are looking for standard panels,...

I guess you are looking for standard panels, before ya launch in I'd check yer dealer out for prices for OEM stuff, sometimes you can be surprised........either way:D and either way you know what the...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 13-Oct-2006, 11:04
Replies: 11
Views: 4,499
Posted By Ray
No limits are also at Donington on 6th November,...

No limits are also at Donington on 6th November, £69 and 20th November £69,

maybe see ya there then Monty,

Ray.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 12-Oct-2006, 16:28
Replies: 195
Views: 54,603
Posted By Ray
Nah.........Dads army Hodges V Captain...

Nah.........Dads army Hodges V Captain mainwaring, give me a bit longer and I'll do the casting:D

Ray
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 12-Oct-2006, 16:02
Replies: 135
Views: 35,675
Posted By Ray
At least we know the board is bomb proof...

At least we know the board is bomb proof now........................:lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Oct-2006, 16:00
Replies: 12
Views: 3,298
Posted By Ray
TT, Never had a casing refinished, from memory...

TT,

Never had a casing refinished, from memory the casings come in various bits, some painted and some natural, I vaguely recall this topic has come up before.

The natural bits should clean up...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Oct-2006, 13:54
Replies: 12
Views: 3,298
Posted By Ray
I'd always thought that the casings matched the...

I'd always thought that the casings matched the internal gubbins in some way, crank pre load and the like.

It seems a lot of trouble to got to make the casings nice and shiny, there must be some way...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 12-Oct-2006, 10:48
Replies: 195
Views: 54,603
Posted By Ray
Weeksy Save ya breath mate, there's none so...

Weeksy

Save ya breath mate, there's none so blind as those that don't want to see.

Its simple, behave like spoilt children.........get treated like spoilt children.

Don't like the "rules"? go and...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 11-Oct-2006, 14:16
Replies: 21
Views: 4,316
Posted By Ray
Weeksy, Every little helps as they say, it...

Weeksy,

Every little helps as they say, it should be checked, then its up to you where ya go from there, tune it for the compromise you prefer, top, middle or low range.

Some DD bikes have a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Oct-2006, 11:15
Replies: 5
Views: 1,457
Posted By Ray
Chris, If you are just trying to improve the...

Chris,

If you are just trying to improve the rear brake I just fitted some FA47 EBC pads,

They appear to be very soft and wear out very quickly but they actually make the rear wheel rear slow down,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Oct-2006, 16:46
Replies: 12
Views: 3,598
Posted By Ray
How about using old long socks a la shoe shine on...

How about using old long socks a la shoe shine on the pipework, original T cut does a decent job, give up at the right time for a faux titanium look, tried it on me 996.

A mirror finish looks nice...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 10-Oct-2006, 16:11
Replies: 43
DD
Views: 7,648
Posted By Ray
fairy snuff, was just trying to save someone a...

fairy snuff, was just trying to save someone a job, get something done now and avoid any "editorial" issues.

coolio,

Ray.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 10-Oct-2006, 16:00
Replies: 43
DD
Views: 7,648
Posted By Ray
How about starting a thread Cadwell race...

How about starting a thread Cadwell race results/reports, it doesn't require any extra effort.

Race results and reports ONLY no other blather.

Do it after every meeting. Those that are interested...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 10-Oct-2006, 14:23
Replies: 43
DD
Views: 7,648
Posted By Ray
hope this helps, thread "oi Josserand"...

hope this helps,
thread "oi Josserand" has link to the New era results, various reports, a page or two back,

bit difficult to see through the smoke drifting across the battlefield at the mo'

Ray.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 10-Oct-2006, 14:00
Replies: 17
Views: 3,767
Posted By Ray
What good is a TV, we've no electric:D Ray.

What good is a TV, we've no electric:D

Ray.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 10-Oct-2006, 12:50
Replies: 17
Views: 3,767
Posted By Ray
There are limits:lol: Ya can over do it ya...

There are limits:lol:

Ya can over do it ya know.

I'd stop at SW France given the option. A few miles inland from Cannes/Frejus.

Judging by the age of the customers at the local vinyards in their...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 10-Oct-2006, 10:43
Replies: 17
Views: 3,767
Posted By Ray
Yorkshire.........................No 1 for fat...

Yorkshire.........................No 1 for fat blokes according to the news..........result!

Shorter life expectancy? thats right, its grim oop North, you boys stay where you are darn sarf, and...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 10-Oct-2006, 10:32
Replies: 2
Views: 1,418
Posted By Ray
Checked up, Tuesday night 11.00pm ITV1 Ray.

Checked up, Tuesday night 11.00pm ITV1

Ray.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 09-Oct-2006, 17:29
Replies: 2
Views: 1,418
Posted By Ray
Goodwood revival meeting

Following on the from the festival of Spud thread the Revival meeting is gonna be shown soon, some Time on Tuesday night, 11pm???

Some classic bike racing amongst the four wheel stuff in Lord...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Oct-2006, 16:10
Replies: 16
Views: 1,888
Posted By Ray
Hold more raffles then:lol: Ray.

Hold more raffles then:lol:

Ray.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Oct-2006, 15:57
Replies: 16
Views: 1,888
Posted By Ray
:lol: Maybe just as well ya didn't go to...

:lol:

Maybe just as well ya didn't go to cadwell then TP, the commentator had a few “I said to Dom......Dom said to me moments”:D I guess that's gonna happen unless someone can beat the him on...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Oct-2006, 12:04
Replies: 5
Views: 1,378
Posted By Ray
Whatever happened to more traditional methods...

Whatever happened to more traditional methods like getting alongside and flicking someones kill switch.............."lending" someone some petrol that has been "sweetened"................pah the yoof...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Oct-2006, 11:41
Replies: 3
Views: 1,622
Posted By Ray
They did have one up for about 13,500 earlier...

They did have one up for about 13,500 earlier this year, about 4k miles??

No idea if they got the asking price tho'

Ray.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Oct-2006, 11:38
Replies: 38
Views: 6,131
Posted By Ray
Went the first ever DD meet in 2005 and wow the...

Went the first ever DD meet in 2005 and wow the series has come a long way since then , the Superclub meet at Cadwell was on a different level. The presentation of all the bikes and the paddock set...
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